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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 147,541 miles on the clock, averaging 6,628 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for EA02 BRX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,541 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,612 |
| Average per year | 6,628 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)
Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).
Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)
Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).
Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)
Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).
Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)
Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA02 BRX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EA02 BRX
What car is EA02 BRX?
EA02 BRX is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EA02 BRX?
The last recorded mileage for EA02 BRX was 147,541 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA02 BRX passed its MOT?
EA02 BRX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2014.
Is EA02 BRX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 BRX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EA02 BRX?
EA02 BRX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.